Agoda clarified that the agreements were meant to conclude all matters relating to the employment relationship with affected individuals. As such, Agoda acknowledged it is inappropriate to include provisions that might discourage employees from approaching authorities for all situations. We reaffirm that we are fully supportive of the spirit of the tripartite employment practices Singapore is known for." The ministry emphasised that employers must uphold the spirit of fair and progressive employment practices, particularly during significant workforce changes such as retrenchments. ALSO READ: Agoda faces backlash over alleged unfair retrenchment: NTUC, MOM respondLead image / Agoda website